Manildra crime statistics
Reporting period: 2025-07 – 2026-06
27 recorded in this period, compared with 38 in the preceding period.
LGA totals use the selected offence categories. Locality counts and population-adjusted LGA rates are different measures.
About Manildra
Manildra is a historic rural town located in the Central West region of New South Wales, within the Cabonne Shire local government area and bearing the postcode 2865. Situated approximately 320 kilometres west of Sydney, the locality is positioned within a productive agricultural district characterized by rolling plains and mixed-farming enterprises, predominantly wheat and sheep production. At the 2021 census, Manildra and its surrounding district recorded a population of approximately 800 residents.
The local economy and community life are anchored by agriculture and value-added manufacturing, most notably the Manildra Group’s flour mill and processing facilities, which are major regional employers. Essential amenities within the town include a primary school, local sports grounds, a bowling club, a swimming pool, and a small commercial precinct catering to daily needs. The community is connected to larger regional centres such as Orange and Parkes via the Escort Way and the Main Western railway line.
Established in the 19th century, Manildra grew alongside the expansion of the region's agricultural and pastoral industries. The arrival of the railway in the 1890s served as a major catalyst for its development, facilitating the transport of local grain and livestock to broader markets. The town retains several heritage buildings and streetscapes reflecting its late-Victorian and Edwardian origins, serving as tangible reminders of its history as a vital rural hub.
Recorded offence categories
| Category | Current period | Previous period |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious damage to property | 4 | 5 |
| Domestic violence related assault | 3 | 5 |
| Intimidation, stalking and harassment | 3 | 6 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 3 | 2 |
| Steal from motor vehicle | 3 | 0 |
| Breach Apprehended Violence Order | 2 | 4 |
| Prohibited and regulated weapons offences | 2 | 2 |
| Steal from dwelling | 2 | 1 |
| Breach bail conditions | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Break and enter non-dwelling | 1 | 0 |
| Other offences | 1 | 0 |
| Trespass | 1 | 1 |
Community context
The 2021 Census recorded 822 residents. This is not a current population estimate.
Sources and interpretation
These are police-recorded incident or victim counts, not every unreported incident or a prediction of personal safety. Percentage changes are not tests of statistical significance; small counts need particular care.